Premium Kashmiri Kesar | 1 gm | Glass Bottle

Known for its rich history, vibrant colour, and exceptional health benefits, this premium saffron is hand-harvested in the beautiful valleys of Kashmir, renowned for producing some of the finest saffron in the world.

A Storied History

Saffron has a long and storied past, with its origins tracing back to ancient Greece. However, it was in Kashmir, in the 12th century, that saffron truly made its mark. According to legend, two travelling Sufi saints, Khawaja Masood Wali and Sheikh Sharif-u-din Wali, introduced saffron to the region after being cured of an illness by a local chieftain. 

Since then, saffron has become a symbol of healing, strength, and purity in Kashmir, and its remarkable properties were even celebrated by historical figures like Alexander the Great, who is said to have used saffron to heal battle wounds.

Unmatched Quality

Our Kashmiri Kesar stands out for its high quality. Grown in the pristine soils of Kashmir, it is harvested once a year in small quantities to maintain its potency and richness. The saffron is handpicked by skilled farmers who carefully collect the threads in October, ensuring that only the best, fully formed threads are selected. Each thread is dark red, trumpet-shaped, and free of orange strands, ensuring that you receive only the purest saffron.

The saffron is naturally grown without the use of any chemicals or preservatives, preserving its authenticity and rich flavour. The threads release a golden hue when infused in warm liquids and retain their deep red colour for an extended period, providing a powerful visual and aromatic experience.

Kesar Health Benefits 

Kashmiri Kesar or the saffron is not just a culinary delight—it's packed with health benefits as well. Its rich antioxidant content helps to reduce inflammation, boost immunity, and improve overall wellness. Saffron has long been used in traditional medicine for its ability to enhance mood, improve digestion, and act as a natural remedy for stress and anxiety. 

Versatility of Our Premium Kesar

Our Kashmiri Kesar is incredibly versatile and can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. Add it to warm milk or water for a soothing drink, or infuse it into your cooking to elevate the flavor and color of dishes such as biryanis, curries, soups, and desserts like kheer or ice cream. The possibilities are endless when it comes to incorporating this fragrant spice into your daily life.

Simply add 3-4 threads of Kashmiri Kesar to warm milk or water (about 85°C) and let it soak for 20 minutes. The infusion can be used to flavor dishes or consumed as a health-boosting drink. For an even more intense flavor and vibrant color, you can soak the saffron overnight.

Bring the luxurious taste and health benefits of Kashmiri Kesar into your life—an ancient spice that has stood the test of time for its incredible flavor, color, and healing properties.

The process of creating our Premium Kashmiri Kesar is an art that combines traditional farming techniques, meticulous care, and a deep respect for nature. From the soil of Kashmir to your kitchen, every step ensures the highest quality saffron, full of flavor, aroma, and health benefits.

1. Cultivation in Kashmir’s Pristine Valleys

The journey of our Kashmiri Kesar begins in the beautiful, untouched valleys of Kashmir, where the crocus sativus plant—saffron’s source—thrives in the region's unique climate. Saffron cultivation in Kashmir is an ancient practice, passed down through generations. The soil here is rich in minerals and nutrients, giving the saffron its signature potency and color.

The crocus flowers are planted in the spring, and the farmers take great care in ensuring the land is prepared properly. The delicate flowers need ample sunlight, a specific temperature, and good drainage to grow optimally. Only a small, limited area is used for cultivation, as saffron is a labour-intensive crop requiring attention to detail.

2. Hand-Harvesting the Flowers

Saffron is one of the world’s most expensive spices due to its meticulous harvesting process. Every year, in October, our saffron is hand-harvested by skilled local farmers. The process begins early in the morning when the flowers are in full bloom, and it requires precision and patience.

Each flower blooms for just a single day, and only the delicate red stigmas (the saffron threads) are collected. This delicate process is done by hand to ensure that only the finest threads are chosen. The flowers are plucked one by one, with care taken to avoid damaging the threads, as they are the key to the saffron’s flavor, aroma, and colour.

3. Drying Process

After the flowers are harvested, the saffron threads need to be carefully separated from the flowers. This is done by skilled workers who delicately remove the stigmas from the petals. Each stigma is then laid out for drying in a well-ventilated space. The drying process is crucial, as it ensures the saffron retains its potent properties and vibrant colour. The saffron threads are traditionally air-dried to preserve their natural oils, which contribute to their distinct aroma and flavour.

In Kashmir, the drying process takes place under the sun, which helps the saffron to develop its unique fragrance and intense red colour. This traditional sun-drying method ensures the saffron retains its full potency and aroma, creating the high-quality product we offer.

4. Grading and Sorting

Once the saffron is dried, it undergoes an important grading process. Only the finest threads, free from yellow and white parts, are selected for packaging. The threads are sorted based on their color, length, and purity to ensure that only the best saffron reaches the customer.

The grading process is again done by hand, with each thread being carefully inspected to ensure that it meets the highest standards. The result is dark red, trumpet-shaped saffron threads that are full and unbroken, ensuring maximum flavor, aroma, and color.

5. Packaging and Delivery

Once the saffron is graded, it is packaged in airtight, glass containers to preserve its freshness, potency, and aroma. We ensure that the saffron is handled with the utmost care to prevent any loss of quality during the packaging process.

Our Kashmiri Kesar is delivered directly from the farms in Kashmir to you, ensuring minimal time between harvest and consumption, so you can enjoy the freshest, most aromatic saffron possible.

100% Pure Kashmiri Kesar

Glass Bottles: Our Kashmiri Kesar is elegantly housed in small, high-quality glass bottles. This eco-friendly packaging ensures the preservation of purity, with the added bonus of being reusable. Local customers enjoy discounts on refills, contributing to a sustainable cycle.

Sustainable Packaging: We're committed to sustainability. While our honey orders come in plastic-free packaging, additional items may include bubble wrap for efficient shipping. We encourage you to reuse or return our packaging, reinforcing our dedication to a greener, healthier planet.

Our Premium Kashmiri Kesar isn’t just a spice; it’s a versatile ingredient that can be used in various ways to enhance your dishes, drinks, and wellness rituals. Here's how you can incorporate this luxurious saffron into your daily life and make the most of its rich flavour, colour, and aroma.

1. To Enhance Your Dishes

Kashmiri Kesar can be used to elevate both sweet and savory dishes. It infuses your meals with a golden hue and a delicate, floral fragrance that’s perfect for:

• Biryani & Pulao: Add a few threads of saffron to hot water or milk and pour over your rice before cooking for an aromatic and colorful biryani or pulao.
• Curries & Stews: Infuse your curries and stews with saffron by adding a few threads during the cooking process. This will enhance the flavor while adding richness to the dish.
• Desserts: Saffron works wonderfully in Indian sweets like kheer, gulab jamun, or rasgulla, adding depth to their flavor and a beautiful golden tint.
• Saffron Ice Cream: Make your own luxurious saffron ice cream at home by incorporating saffron-infused milk into the base for a rich, aromatic treat.

2. Health-Boosting Drinks

Kashmiri Kesar is known for its health benefits, so it makes a perfect addition to your wellness routine:

• Saffron Milk: Add 3-4 saffron threads to warm milk and let it steep for 20 minutes. Drink it before bed to promote restful sleep or as a daily health tonic to boost immunity and digestion.
• Saffron Tea: Steep saffron threads in hot water with a slice of lemon and honey for a soothing, fragrant tea that promotes relaxation and overall wellness.
• Saffron Smoothie: Blend saffron-infused water or milk with your favorite fruits to create a refreshing, flavorful smoothie packed with antioxidants.

3. Gifting Ideas

Kashmiri Kesar makes for an exquisite gift, whether for festivals, weddings, or special occasions. Here are some gifting ideas:

• Luxury Gift Hampers: Pair Kashmiri Kesar with other gourmet items like honey, chocolates, or nuts for a luxury hamper that’s sure to impress.
• Festive Hampers: Create a hamper with saffron, along with other traditional sweets, nuts, and dried fruits, perfect for Diwali or Eid.
• Personalized Saffron Gifts: Package saffron in beautiful glass jars or decorative tins, ideal for gifting on birthdays, anniversaries, or housewarming parties.
• Corporate Gifts: Include Kashmiri Kesar in corporate gift baskets for clients or employees, adding a personal touch of luxury to the gesture.

4. Rituals & Pujas

Saffron has been a symbol of purity, auspiciousness, and spiritual significance in many cultures. It plays an important role in religious rituals and pujas. Adding a few saffron threads to your offerings during religious ceremonies is believed to bring good luck, prosperity, and blessings.

5. Special Occasions & Celebrations

Kashmiri Kesar can transform any special occasion into an extraordinary celebration.

Saffron is used in the preparation of traditional wedding dishes or as a part of the wedding favors for guests. On the occasions of Anniversaries & Birthdays, a beautiful jar of premium saffron can be a thoughtful gift for loved ones, adding a personal touch to their celebration.

Saffron is a key ingredient during many Indian festivals like Diwali, Holi, and Eid, where it’s used to prepare festive sweets, drinks, and special dishes that mark the occasion.

6. Everyday Wellness Rituals

Make Kashmiri Kesar a part of your daily routine to enjoy its many health benefits:

• Soothing Skin Care: Create a natural face mask by mixing saffron-infused water with yogurt or honey for a brightening, anti-aging treatment. Saffron is known to improve skin complexion and radiance.
• Saffron Facial Steam: Add saffron to hot water for a refreshing steam treatment that helps open pores and cleanse the skin.
• Saffron Infused Water: Drink saffron-infused water daily to help detoxify your body, improve digestion, and maintain a healthy glow.